Affordable, Quiet, and Safe Hostels in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur, or KL, is the capital and largest city in Malaysia. It's a multicultural city with a lot to offer visitors. There's excellent shopping, a rich history, and delicious food. It's also a very dynamic and modern city that has great public transit and a very cosmopolitan vibe.

Kuala Lumpur has a wide range of budget accommodation available. There are hostels and cheap hotels that are found throughout the city center. Many hostels have both dorms and private rooms available and most hostels typically have air conditioning. Breakfast is sometimes included in the price as well.

If you're looking for comfortable, safe, and modern places to stay, the hostels below are good options.

How much do hostels in Kuala Lumpur cost?

Average Dorm Price

$8 ($2 to $22)

Average Double Private Room Price (in a hostel)

$22 ($4 to $60)

A good hostel for backpackers and female travellers.

Dorm Bed:$53.00Private Room:$64.00Overall Rating:94%

Backhome Kuala Lumpur is a fun and social hostel that is still quiet enough at night that you can sleep well. The hostel is located right in the heart of the historic district and is just a few minutes from Masjid Jamek, Merdeka Square, Little India, and Chinatown. The hostel also has a friendly environment with a great staff that focuses on the details. It is a clean hostel with comfortable mattresses and a relaxed atmosphere.

The hostel has double and three bed private rooms. There are also four bed, six bed, and eight bed dorms that are either co-ed or female only.

Whether you're traveling alone or as part of a group, this is a great hostel that is fun and relaxed. It's a nice place to meet other travelers but guests are also respectful of those who want to get a good nights sleep.

30, Jalan Tun H.S. Lee ,
Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia,

A good hostel for backpackers and female travellers.

Dorm Bed:$10.06Private Room:$29.12Overall Rating:90%

This hostel was opened in 2015 and it is the first hostel of the Ohana Suite chain. It's a comfortable place to stay that has the feel of your home away from home. The hostel has a great location in the central part of the city, and it offers a homey atmosphere where it's easy to relax and meet other travelers. The hostel has a range of dorms available and you can choose between co-ed rooms and female only.

Breakfast is included in the price of the room. There's also wi-fi available throughout the facility. There are several common areas where you can hang out with other guests, but it's also a quiet place where you can be assured a good nights sleep. The hostel is located on the 25th floor of an apartment building and it offers great views of the Petronas Towers. It's also conveniently close to public transportation which makes much of the city accessible.

The staff here are great and they'll go out of their way to ensure your stay goes smoothly. Whether you're traveling alone, as a couple, or as part of a group, this is a comfortable, safe, and modern place to stay.

A good hostel for backpackers and budget travellers.

Step-Inn Two Guesthouse is a new hostel that opened in 2016. It's located in the famous Golden Triangle of Kuala Lumpur and is walking distance to many different sights and attractions.

The hostel is a modern and comfortable place to stay. There are a wide range of rooms to choose from including two, three, four, and seven bed dorms. Every room is air conditioned and every guest has their own security locker and power outlet. There's also wi-fi available throughout the hostel.

The staff are great and they can offer you all kinds of travel information. Free city maps are available to guests and the staff can recommend any number of restaurants or activities around town.

If you're looking for a centrally located hostel that is new, modern, and cheap, then Step-Inn Too Guesthouse is a great option.